A brand new way to promote IW events
IW Observer.co.ukIf you’re organising an event on the Island then here’s a novel way to promote it and gain some extra…
Read MoreLord-Lieutenant’s Lake library launch
Fifty years on from the opening of Lake Middle School by Lord Mountbatten of Burma, the Island’s Lord-Lieutenant, Mrs Susie…
Read MoreFreemasons donate to Vectis Radio 4Ps project
The award-winning Vectis Radio 4Ps project has received a financial boost from the local freemasons. The 4Ps project helps young…
Read MoreWellbeing weekend retreat at Ventnor Botanical Gardens
Ventnor Botanic Garden is hosting a full weekend dedicated to wellbeing with classes in Yoga, Tai chi, Qui-gong, Dance, Music,…
Read MoreA lifetime in glass: The story of Okra and Station glass
On Saturday, May 28, the Isle of Wight Museum of Glass welcomes internationally renowned master glassmaker, Richard Golding, who will…
Read MoreGirlguiding members will celebrate Platinum Jubilee
Girlguiding members on the Isle of Wight will join hundreds of other members across the UK to light beacons in…
Read MoreIW College win award for Internationalism
The Isle of Wight College has won an award for internationalism at the Association of Colleges’ annual beacon awards ceremony…
Read MoreDo pharmacy services meet your needs?
Residents are being asked by the Isle of Wight Council about pharmacy services on the Island. This is your opportunity…
Read MoreThe Mill House win ROSE award
VisitEngland has announced the 100 winners of this year’s Recognition of Service Excellence (ROSE) award, with The Mill House at…
Read MoreShoppers reduce carbon footprint by buying locally
Shoppers are reducing their carbon footprint by buying 40 per cent more local products from a regional co-operative than five…
Read MoreDean Friedman adds IW date to UK tour
The Island’s newest American Airstream glamping site has been asked to host a rare performance by one of the finest…
Read MoreSandown gets a second Blue Flag
Sandown is celebrating the award of the internationally prestigious Blue Flag for the second year in succession, a recognition of…
Read MoreGreen vs Wight 2022 shoreline challenge
Ryde fire station’s Green Watch is to undertake a circumnavigation of the Island, entirely under their own manpower. Setting out…
Read MoreIsland youngsters complete the Active Travel Challenge
Hundreds of Island youngsters were getting fit and helping the environment in February by cycling, scooting and walking to and…
Read MoreDo you fancy jumping out of an aeroplane?
Age UK Isle of Wight are looking for adventurous fund-raisers to take on the challenge of a sponsored tandem skydive…
Read MoreA LOOK BACK IN TIME: A couple of gems
This week we have unearthed a couple of gems that made us smile from the Isle of Wight Observer of…
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